We provide our students with the privilege to live in the Shackouls Residential Honors College; however, we understand that there are circumstances which may prevent students from living here. If a student needs/wishes to live elsewhere, they must fill out the “Honors Housing Exemption Request” form and submit to shackoulshc@honors.msstate.edu with the subject title: “Housing Exemption Request”

Students who show promise of meeting the high academic standards of the Shackouls Honors College will be admitted. Students are admitted based on several criteria: high school GPA, class rank, standardized test scores, a record of academic and extracurricular involvement as shown on the MSU online scholarship resume, recommendation letters, and an application essay. No one factor alone is sufficient for admission. The typical Honors College freshman achieved approximately a 30 ACT composite score and a 3.8 high school GPA.

Once your application is complete (i.e. you have submitted your essay AND we have received your letters of recommendation), the Honors Advisory Committee will provide a holistic review of your application.

Enroll in an Honors course during orientation. Watch for information in the mail about events that will take place prior to the start of classes. Meet with an Honors advisor before registering for spring classes.

Undergraduate Research Symposium Questions

All undergraduates in every program of study, not just honors students, who are involved in faculty-guided research this academic year are invited and encouraged to participate in the symposium either through a poster presentation or oral presentation/performance.

Of course. Group projects are an integral part of research and are encouraged. However, as is usually the case at professional conferences, there will be a designated principal presenter. Co-authors and collaborators will be listed in the abstract booklet if included in the form. Prizes are awarded to the principal presenter only. Groups are allowed to submit individual abstracts and present different posters or give separate oral presentations for the same research. A large part of the project evaluation is being able to answer questions showing a deep understanding of the work that has been done.

Students are encouraged to present creative works and performances. Creative works are considered art, sculptures, music, poems, theater pieces, etc. The student should be prepared to engage in critical discussion of the project.

Yes! Volunteers are critical to the success of the Symposium. If you would like to volunteer email kwright@honors.msstate.edu. You can also add your name to volunteer through the Maroon Volunteer Center.